#8 High blood pressure – a curcumin supplement along with regular aerobic exercise improves heart function and increases muscle stress tolerance, according to the Journal of Hypertension.

#9 Memory, brain function, and neurological disorders – turmeric improves memory in patients with Alzheimer’s disease as found in a study by the Annals of Indian Academy of Neurology:

“Due to various effects of curcumin, such as decreased Beta-amyloid plaques, delayed degradation of neurons, metal-chelation, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and decreased microglia formation, the overall memory in patients with AD has improved.”

#10 Various skin conditions – the fatty acids in turmeric protect against radiation damage and are beneficial for treatment of psoriasis, vitiligo, and skin cancer.

#11 Lowers triglycerides – curcumin keeps the low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol in the liver under control, inhibits its absorption in the digestive system, and prevents oxidation in arterial linings, thus protecting against cardiovascular disease and hypertension.

Golden Milk

Golden milk is a traditional Ayurvedic drink, which has a millennia-long history of use in Asian culture and natural medicine for treatment of numerous ailments. Its primary uses include soothing inflammation, and improving digestive and liver function.

This drink is ideal for including turmeric into your diet unless you want to eat curry every day.

Turmeric Paste

Ingredients:

1/4 cup turmeric powder

1/2 tsp. ground black pepper

1/2 cup filtered water

Golden Milk

1 cup coconut milk (hemp is also an option)

1 tsp. virgin coconut oil

1/4 tsp. (or more) turmeric paste

raw, unpasteurized honey to taste

Instructions:

Mix the turmeric, pepper, and water in a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until you get a thick paste. This is the turmeric paste. Let the paste cool before refrigerating it.

Mix all ingredients minus the honey in a saucepan while cooking on medium heat. Stir constantly until hot, but don’t boil.